GettyTransfersMonacoThe 16-year-old 'new Messi' signed for €25mThe teenager was compared to the world's best player by Genoa president Enrico Preziosi but, while he is quiet, he plays more like Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Getty ImagesManchester UnitedPremier LeagueThe Man Utd problems that Alexis can't solveThe Chile international has added to United's raft of option in attack but they have increasing issues to address in other areas
GettyTransfersLiverpoolKlopp's transfer waiting game puts Liverpool at riskThe Reds are lighter on quality, creativity and final-third production after not bringing in anyone beyond centre-back Virgil van Dijk this month
MexicoBosnia and HerzegovinaMexico ratings: Vela, Ayala stand outThe Los Angeles FC forward and Tigres defender stood above the crowd as El Tri earned a 1-0 victory in San Antonio
GettyTransfersLaLigaWinners & losers of the January transfer windowWith the window now closed, Goal looks back at the best and worst bits of business done over the past month
Getty ImagesTransfersManchester UnitedAre you Arsenal in disguise?! Déjà vu for AlexisAlexis Sanchez made his league debut for Manchester United, but it was a familiar tale for the Chilean as his new outfit rolled over
Getty ImagesTransfersChelseaGiroud facing familiar top-four fight at ChelseaThe new arrival from Arsenal was powerless as the Blues suffered a shock 3-0 loss that saw them slip to fourth in the Premier League
ALFREDO ESTRELLAMexicoBosnia and HerzegovinaHow will Mexico line up against Bosnia?Many players are making their final push to be included on the World Cup roster. How will El Tri boss Juan Carlos Osorio align his team?
Getty/GoalTransfersArsenalAubameyang is Arsenal's 'new Thierry Henry'A lot will be expected of the Gabon striker, who has had a similar path to goalscoring greatness as one of the club's best ever players
Getty ImagesTransfersChelseaEmerson: From Roma reserve to Chelsea's first team?The Blues had hoped to sign Alex Sandro last summer but they have now signed his compatriot despite the fact that he has barely played in recent weeks
GettyManchester UnitedPremier LeagueMan United ace Angel Gomes set for superstardomThe young attacker's development continued on Monday with a positive performance for Manchester United's under-23 side at Old Trafford
Getty ImagesTransfersManchester CityHow Laporte fits into Man City's masterplanThe 23-year-old is seen as somebody who can slot straight into the team and he is in line to play some of City's biggest remaining games this season
Kelvin KuoUSABosnia and HerzegovinaForgotten man Trapp wears U.S. armband wellIn a game with its share of ugly and disjointed soccer, the steady presence of the Columbus Crew midfielder stood out as an encouraging sign
Kelvin KuoUSAVideoUSMNT Ratings: Opara, Trapp shine in drawTwo players with little international experience outplayed their more experienced teammates as the U.S. settled for a draw with Bosnia
GettyLaLigaBarcelonaA Messi victory: Coutinho needs time to gelThe Uruguayan and the Argentine scored one each to dig their team out of a hole against Alaves as the Blaugrana make it 21 without defeat in La Liga
GettyBayern MunichHoffenheimRobben: Still fit, still sharp, still determinedIt'll soon be time for Bayern to decide on a new contract for arguably their greatest-ever signing and he is showing no signs of slowing down
GettyTransfersBarcelonaSeri: The Man Utd target with Barca DNAThe 26-year-old was a revelation with Nice last season and is ready to make the next step in his career, with a whole raft of clubs interested
LiverpoolFA CupPathetic Liverpool’s trophy wait could be long The Reds were abysmal in a 3-2 defeat, which saw them crash out of the FA Cup and leaves them in danger of further jeopardising their season
Real MadridLaLigaRonaldo eases pressure on ZidaneThe Portuguese struck twice from the spot for Los Blancos to seal a vital victory at Valencia as they look to rebuild after Wednesday's Copa exit
Getty ImagesJuventusSerie A'Buffon is the Messi or Ronaldo of goalkeepers'Goal speaks exclusively to three men who have served as the Italian's understudy: Alex Manninger, Emanuele Belardi and Michelangelo Rampulla
TransfersLiverpoolSturridge languishing in Liverpool limboThe striker scored one of his best goals against Saturday’s opponents when he was core to the Reds, but now risks fading further into the background
Getty ImagesJuventusSerie AWhere does Buffon rank in top 10 best-ever GKs?With Gianluigi Buffon retiring on Saturday, Goal takes a look at where the Italian icon ranks among the best ever, in terms of longevity and legacy
AFPManchester UnitedFA CupSanchez shines to cap Mourinho's perfect weekThe January signing from Arsenal made an instant impact on his debut, at Yeovil, teeing up two goals in a positive 72-minute display
TransfersJuventusTransfer bargain Balotelli in best form of his careerThe enigmatic Italian striker has been revitalised at Nice and, with his contract up at the end of the season, is being linked with several top teams
Pedro PardoMexicoWorld CupOsorio leaves door open for El Tri newcomersThough he already has a squad in mind for Russia, the El Tri manager is open to being wowed by an outsider in this month's friendly
Getty ImagesBayern MunichWerder BremenJames Rodriguez: The Bundesliga's bargain superstarThe media, coaches and fans are all raving about the Colombia international, who has Carlo Ancelotti to thank for bringing him to Germany
Getty compositeLigue 1MontpellierWhy Neymar the Galactico looks inevitableReports of problems for the world's most expensive footballer in Paris come just as Real Madrid appear in need of a new superstar
Getty ImagesTransfersManchester UnitedMercenary? Alexis has joined England's biggest clubManchester United snapped up the Chilean at Manchester City's expense, but claims he has gone to Old Trafford solely for money are ridiculous
BarcelonaTransfersCoutinho leaves Barca wanting moreThe €160 million signing from Liverpool made his Blaugrana bow as he replaced Andres Iniesta after 68 minutes and straight away looked at home
GettyReal MadridChampions LeagueReal trouble: Zidane's job hangs on PSG tieAfter Wednesday night's embarrassing Copa del Rey exit at home to Leganes, the Blancos boss knows that only Champions League glory can save him